Electrician bethal

Electrician Skills Electrical panel upgrades - Electrical Installation and Repair Electrical equipment maintenance - Control circuit troubleshooting AC/DC control circuitry - Exceptionally detail - oriented Voltmeter use - Safety procedures and regulations Works well in team environment - Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) Sub - panel installation - Wiring and Control systems Safety and compliance commission - Valid SA drivers license Work History Electrician, 07/2019 - Current Vunene Mining - Ermelo, Mpumalanga Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code. Applied knowledge of trade tools and ability to read and follow blueprints and wiring plans to projects. Measured devices, including analyzers, amp meters and volt - ohm meters. Updated service record files on equipment drawings and history. Effectively worked with multi - craft team; providing wiring installation, preventive maintenance and testing of equipment. Inspect electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements. Consulted with supervisor electrician regarding likely risks associated with assigned job. Consistently updated knowledge of safety requirements and policies. Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, crimping tools and wire and cable cutters to complete fast - paced work. Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements. Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using various testing devices. Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers. Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors. Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts. Performed electrical system installation of conduit, wire, power distribution and motor controls. Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers. Maintained and tested fire alarm systems. Analyzed blueprints to diagnose potential electrical hazards and carried out risk assessments prior to starting new job. Maintained clean, safe and stocked work area with appropriate equipment and supplies. Worked with various types of cable ways, conduits and other electrical raceways. Completed average of 5 repairs per 8 hour shift. Developed in - depth knowledge of arc flash ratings and standards. Properly stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job. Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multi meters. Inspected completed work of apprentices and explained needed corrections. Worked extended hours on weekdays and weekend projects. Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools. Repair and Maintenance of, Belt drives, substations, pumps and mobile electrical machines. Electrician, 04/2014 - 07/2019 Osiyeza Mining - Kriel, Mpumalanga Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements. Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements. Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring equipment and fixtures using various testing devices. Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers. Worked extended hours on weekdays and weekends. Consistently updated knowledge of safety requirements and policies. Applied knowledge of trade tools and ability to read and follow blueprints and wiring plans to projects. Electrical Apprentice 04/2012 - 03/2014 Kwena Coal Wash Plant - Bethal, Mpumalanga Helped complete system installations, digging trenches and breaking up concrete. Configured controllers and set up panels for water suppression system, pull keys, alarm systems, water pumps and interlocking systems on belt drives installations Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge. Repaired systems, replaced malfunctioning parts and supported electrical installations, incl. sub stations, circuit breakers, relays and contactors. Evaluated and initiated repair work on various electrical equipment such as light fixtures, control switches, relays and circuit breakers. Measured and cut required supplies such as wire and conduit. Spliced, joined and connected wire to accurately install new electrical systems. Repaired and checked supporting equipment for electrical systems such as brackets and hangers. Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations. Performed detailed tests on electrical systems after completing installations, replacements and repairs. Followed strict schedules to install and test 120/208 and 247/600 volt systems. Accurately pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire while maintaining safety standards. Used various measuring and testing instruments such as ammeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters and testing lamps to complete installations and repairs